I used Radio Poppers, but, not liking their settings interface or flash interface. They are set to Canon by default and too often in the setup process one will revert back to Canon when I set the Channel. Besides, I don't think they are that cheap.
So, put cost aside, what is the best transceiver/receiver? I'm looking for dependability, durability, and ease of use (easy to set and change).
I checked out Phottix Strato II and Oldin online. Of the two, I think I would like the Oldin best.
I haven't looked at PW's yet, but, plan to take a trip to Samys to see them in person. I went away from them because they were very slow getting Nikon versions to market.
I'm getting ready to get some, too, and planning to get the PW TT5 and TT1 with the zone Controller. I like adjusting the settings from the zone controller at the camera, and I like that it can do high-speed sync.
i like my odins, i barely use ttl but just the fact that i can adjust power settings on each light from where im standing is great, no more lowering the flash to crank power up or down.
Thanks for all the help. I finally decided on the PW Flex, bought 3, after playing with them. More expensive, but my friend has PWIII receivers I can borrow if I need more units.
James R wrote:
Thanks for all the help. I finally decided on the PW Flex, bought 3, after playing with them. More expensive, but my friend has PWIII receivers I can borrow if I need more units.
Pocket wizards are expensive but they are the best and the Industry standard for professionals
Another PW vote. I have 2 x TT1, 4 x TT5 and 2 x AC3. As another poster wrote, the AC3 gives you 3 zones that you can adjust over a 7-stop range with no fumbling through menus.
The only drawback is that the wheel to scroll through these 7 stops is very easily adjusted by accident... really hope that's changed on the AC4, AC3s, AC3.5, whatever replaces the AC3.
Nikon_14 wrote:
Another PW vote. I have 2 x TT1, 4 x TT5 and 2 x AC3. As another poster wrote, the AC3 gives you 3 zones that you can adjust over a 7-stop range with no fumbling through menus.
The only drawback is that the wheel to scroll through these 7 stops is very easily adjusted by accident... really hope that's changed on the AC4, AC3s, AC3.5, whatever replaces the AC3.
There is currently a promotion that gives an AC3 with purchase of 2 TT5s. The AC3 sealed the deal for me. I like the form and function better than that of the SU800.
